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KLB 144N

1975 Lotus Elite

Red Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,960 mi
Last recorded4,960 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1975 Lotus Elite69,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKLB 144N
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2018 4,960 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play.

slight play detected around steering & suspension components.

Pass 2 Mar 2017 4,405 miles

slight play detected around steering and suspension components.

slight play in front wheel bearings detected.

Pass 22 Mar 2016 3,741 miles

Offside Front slight play detected at front bearing.

Offside Front slight play detected at wheel bearing.

slight play detected around suspension and steering components.

Pass 27 Mar 2015 3,250 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 2,417 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

advise play detected in front steering components

Pass 25 Mar 2013 2,103 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 1,753 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

advise slight play in offside and nearside front steering arm linkages

Pass 21 Mar 2011 822 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 719 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 51 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 98,885 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 98,647 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 97,831 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elite?

Based on 2,929 MOT tests across 500 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
500
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 134
Stop lamp not working 101
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 76
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 69
brake binding 60
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KLB 144N is a 1975 Lotus Elite in Red with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1975 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 69,980 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elite fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 134 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KLB 144N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elite typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 51 years old, this Lotus Elite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KLB 144N registered?

KLB 144N is a 1975 Lotus Elite, first registered on 19 June 1975.

Is KLB 144N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KLB 144N shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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